Cultural Tour: Combining a visit to the world-famous Minoan Palace at KNOSSOS with a unique wine-tasting session!

A visit at the Minoan Palace at Knossos, symbol of the Minoan civilization, which is widely acknowledged as one of the founding cornerstones of European civilization, is an absolute must.

The age-old practice of viniculture is still an integral part of Cretan life: we cordially invite you to continue your journey through fertile vineyards to the traditional village of Skalani.

Think of a spectacular multimedia show where Cretan history comes to life; A stately wine cellar with superb wines maturing in oak barrels; A guest hall where wines are enjoyed , yet renowned Mediterranean cuisine. And then, imagine all these inside a magnificent estate vineyard called Fantaxometocho. This is the Boutari Winery in Crete, worthy of the island's history and a landmark for the viniculture future of Greece .

The Fantaxometoho Estate lies just outside the village of Skalani, on the road towards the village of Myrtia, birthplace of the famous Cretan author Nikos Kazantzakis. It is situated within the Arhanes vine-growing region, a district producing "Appellation d' origine de Qualite Superieure" wines.

Participants will be transferred from and to their hotels provided that they are staying in the towns of Rhodes, Ixia or Ialyssos.

Rates are inclusive of A/C luxury motor coach and English-speaking professional guide.

ELOUNDA/SPINALONGA/AGIOS NIKOLAOS

Tour to Agios Nikolaos -Elounda and by boat to the little island of Spinalonga, the last leper colony in Europe until 1957. And a visit to the venetian fortress. Swimming in Kolokytha